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Entrance with Medium Hardwood Flooring and Wainscoting Ideas and Designs

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The Madison
The Madison
HIGHLAND HOMES LLCHIGHLAND HOMES LLC
Elegant Craftsman Custom Build
Elegant Craftsman Custom Build
Kinterra Custom HomesKinterra Custom Homes
Mayapple
Mayapple
Clearcut Construction, Inc.Clearcut Construction, Inc.
TROCADÉRO
TROCADÉRO
atelier daaaatelier daaa
Photo : BCDF Studio
Port Melbourne Residence
Port Melbourne Residence
MR.MITCHELLMR.MITCHELL
Nic and Adams new home
Nic and Adams new home
B Designs Interior'sB Designs Interior's
We had so much fun decorating this space. No detail was too small for Nicole and she understood it would not be completed with every detail for a couple of years, but also that taking her time to fill her home with items of quality that reflected her taste and her families needs were the most important issues. As you can see, her family has settled in.
Greenwich St. - Luxury New Build Home in Falls Church, VA
Greenwich St. - Luxury New Build Home in Falls Church, VA
Leigh Newport Staged by Design®Leigh Newport Staged by Design®
White risers, wood tread, wainscoting, craftsman bannister, wood finish, wood floors
The Evans Floor Plan as a Model Home
The Evans Floor Plan as a Model Home
Bercher HomesBercher Homes
Inviting entryway
Appartement Haussmanien Paris 9ème
Appartement Haussmanien Paris 9ème
Clémence Jeanjan Décoratrice d'intérieurClémence Jeanjan Décoratrice d'intérieur
Cet appartement offrait déjà un magnifique parquet, de très belles moulures, des cheminées en marbre, une hauteur sous plafond très agréable... tout le caractère d'un appartement Haussmanien mis en valeur par un nouvel aménagement. L'entrée a été retravaillée dans sa globalité. Une salle de bains et un WC ont été créés. Pour conserver la très belle courbe de ce couloir, chaque porte a été fabriquée sur mesure. L'ensemble du sol a été refait en respectant les codes de cet appartement.
Restored Victorian Entryway
Restored Victorian Entryway
Walker ArchitectsWalker Architects
The owners envisioned a contemporary living space, but retained the historic details in certain rooms. This entryway has refinished original detailing with modern lighting and furniture that tie into the more modern parts of the home.
Wayville Clinic
Wayville Clinic
Northern Edge StudioNorthern Edge Studio
Wayville Clinic - Reception Area
Farmhouse Fresh
Farmhouse Fresh
Everything HomeEverything Home
This elegant home remodel created a bright, transitional farmhouse charm, replacing the old, cramped setup with a functional, family-friendly design. The main entrance exudes timeless elegance with a neutral palette. A polished wooden staircase takes the spotlight, while an elegant rug, perfectly matching the palette, adds warmth and sophistication to the space. The main entrance exudes timeless elegance with a neutral palette. A polished wooden staircase takes the spotlight, while an elegant rug, perfectly matching the palette, adds warmth and sophistication to the space. ---Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/
Winthrop
Winthrop
Clearcut Construction, Inc.Clearcut Construction, Inc.
This transitional design works with our clients authentic mid century split level home and adds touches of modern for functionality and style!
The Brentwood at Home Towne Square
The Brentwood at Home Towne Square
Landmark HomesLandmark Homes
This charming 2-story craftsman style home includes a welcoming front porch, lofty 10’ ceilings, a 2-car front load garage, and two additional bedrooms and a loft on the 2nd level. To the front of the home is a convenient dining room the ceiling is accented by a decorative beam detail. Stylish hardwood flooring extends to the main living areas. The kitchen opens to the breakfast area and includes quartz countertops with tile backsplash, crown molding, and attractive cabinetry. The great room includes a cozy 2 story gas fireplace featuring stone surround and box beam mantel. The sunny great room also provides sliding glass door access to the screened in deck. The owner’s suite with elegant tray ceiling includes a private bathroom with double bowl vanity, 5’ tile shower, and oversized closet.
Lake Boone Trail
Lake Boone Trail
Cambridge Classic HomesCambridge Classic Homes
TROCADÉRO
TROCADÉRO
atelier daaaatelier daaa
Photo : BCDF Studio
Sorrento Drive
Sorrento Drive
Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.
A view from the double-height entry, showing an interior perspective of the front façade. Appearing on the left the image shows a glimpse of the living room and on the right, the stairs leading down to the entertainment.
Antique Wooden Row House
Antique Wooden Row House
Filament Architecture Studio, PLLCFilament Architecture Studio, PLLC
The entryway to this old wooden house says welcome. A rich green wainscoting subtly shows off anaglypta wall coverings. Antique pine wood flooring was installed throughout. The stained glass pendant light was lovingly restored and rehung. New doors by Upstate door were installed in the interior and a mid-century door chime loosens up the space.
LVR apt | 115 MQ
LVR apt | 115 MQ
kkarchitecturekkarchitecture
Turnberry at Berkshire, Little Rock C2
Turnberry at Berkshire, Little Rock C2
Jagoe Homes Inc.Jagoe Homes Inc.

Entrance with Medium Hardwood Flooring and Wainscoting Ideas and Designs

The entrance of your home is a critical area to design well because as we all know, first impressions count. As the first thing that visitors will see when they arrive, your entrance is your opportunity to offer guests a warm welcome while introducing the personality of your home. Equally important, it welcomes you home every day, so make it somewhere that you’re glad to come home to. The entrance to your home begins the moment you get to the front door, so make sure both inside and out get the attention of your decorator’s touch. Make your foyer the best possible introduction to the rest of the house, and if you wish, you can have a bit of fun with the doorway; paint, tiles, door handles and lighting are all ways to make front doors a statement – a dramatic entrance, if you will.

What front doors can I choose from?

Your first decision when updating front doors is what type of external doors you want to use, taking into account style, security and accessibility. Investing in a high quality front door is always worthwhile – this is a purchase where a little extra money goes a long way. Hardwood exterior doors remain the most popular choice of front door; as well as being the most economical, timber also opens the door to an endless selection of paint, hardware and embellishment. However, natural wood doors do have their downsides – prone to warping, they require more upkeep and may require replacing if not adequately cared for. Whether you opt for solid oak external doors or an oak veneer option, wooden doors are a match made in heaven for period architecture – it’s hard to imagine a Georgian house without a solid, six-panel door, or a Victorian home sans its gleaming hardware and stained glass panes. If you prefer non-wooden exterior doors, the alternatives are UPVC doors, GRP doors (collectively known as composite doors) and steel doors. UPVC front doors are often the most inexpensive alternative to timber and offer added insulation benefits; because the material itself can be a comparatively insubstantial, UPVC external doors are built into steel door frames for added reinforcement. GRP (glass-reinforced plastic, or fibreglass to you and me) doors offer the same properties, with a woodgrain effect that can provide a happy medium for lovers of timber. Steel doors are less widely used in the UK than the US, and make great contemporary front doors thanks to their sleek, modern appearance.

How do I decorate my doorway?

Renovating or replacing your front doors is one of the quickest ways to give your home a makeover, and affords the perfect opportunity to add a splash of colour to the front of your home. To improve your front door’s kerb appeal you can flank the doorway with decorative trees or flowering plants in attractive planters and “dress” the door with shiny hardware. Door knockers and door knobs can be more than functional with a range of styles and materials available to add some personality to exterior doors. A traditional brass door knocker can be the perfect complement to a solid oak doorway painted in a rich shade of green or blue, whilst contemporary chrome door hardware will look perfect against a white or eggshell door. If you are looking for an elegant front door option, opt for a hardwood door with built in obscured glass panels to let light into your hallway. If you would rather avoid a glass paned front door for security reasons then smaller decorative glass panels can also be inserted into the surround or door frame. You can choose stained glass panes for decorative effect, patterned or textured glass will allow light in but protect your privacy or get your home name or number etched into a glass pane for a practical but personal touch.

How should I light my front entrance?

The warm glow from a doorway is one of the most welcoming sights that can greet us when we arrive home. An entrance light is of practical importance – we have all spent time fumbling for our house keys in the dark – but it also offers an opportunity to add warmth and character to front doors and entrances. A wall mounted lantern is a charming traditional choice, or for bright, directed illumination opt for a security spotlight. There are a whole variety of switching options available – you can choose a motion sensor light that switches on right when you need it most, a timer light that will offer illumination on a fixed schedule or a switched outdoor light. Pointing light upward is a good way to avoid harsh glare, or choose recessed lighting if you prefer not to have a hanging light in front of your external doors. An entrance is also a great place to display lighting as a decorative feature – choose a table lamp that echoes the lines and colours of the hall beyond it.

What furniture and storage do I need in my entryway?

It’s important to keep the entrance to your home as open and clutter free as possible, so selecting a few practical items that will help with storage and offer a warm welcome is the best approach for this area. Coat stands, umbrella holders and shoe racks are practical foyer additions that will keep the area tidy. For the knick knacks and paraphernalia that so often accumulate by front doors, sideboards or console tables are helpful and opting for a something with a drawer is a clever trick to ensure these things can be stowed out of sight. If you have the space, an armchair, occasional chair or hallway bench will prove useful for perching on when removing shoes and definitely consider multi-functional furniture such as a storage bench for shoes. A wall mounted shoe cabinet is a must have for a tighter space, getting shoes off the floor and neatly stowed away.

How do I decorate my foyer?

Particularly in the entrance to the home, colour can be a wonderful tool to set the tone of the house. Neutral palettes can create a serene atmosphere appropriate for greeting guests; alternatively, you might find yourself being a little bit more adventurous by choosing a whimsical wallpaper or a bold wall colour that could look overwhelming anywhere else in the house. In either case, the foyer can be blended seamlessly into the home with details that connect it to adjoining rooms. Even if your entrance is not self-contained, instead with exterior doors that open straight into the house, visual tricks make it possible to create the illusion of an entryway by defining the space as such. Changes in flooring, a well-placed rug, a screen or curtain, or even furniture such as a console table or coat rack, can be used to delineate the space and distinguish the entrance from the rest of the hallway. Decorating walls and furniture with photographs or artwork is a simple way of bringing your personality into the foyer and plants, lamps, candles, vases and ornaments can be displayed on windowsills, tables or shelves. As a final thoughtful touch, mirrors placed next to front doors are a practical choice for those last minute appearance checks, as long as it’s not directly opposite the doorway, which could back-light the user – decidedly not helpful!
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